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Miami Bus Accident Lawyer

801 Brickell Avenue, Suite 900

Miami, Florida 33131

(786) 671-0000

To the first-time visitor to the Miami – Dade County area, there
seems to be no limit to the number to the number of courtesy vans, hotel
and airport shuttles, limousines and tour buses that zip along the highways
at any hour of the day or night. Many of these buses are dedicated to
maintaining a steady influx of new players to the casinos of South Florida
and other recreational spots of the area.

Aside from minor traffic accidents, bus accidents are not common in South
Florida. However, when a bus accident does occur there is always the potential
for major, if not fatal, injuries.

Why Bus Accidents Occur

Many injuries that occur on buses, regardless of the type of bus or purpose
of the bus trip, are minor and usually related to a passenger standing
while the bus is in motion. These scrapes and sprains usually require
only a visit to the local Emergency Room, with the bus company picking
up the tab for the visit, and no one is the worse for wear. Unfortunately,
there are times when a major accident occurs.

Any business, regardless of whether or not it is involved in public transportation,
has the obligation to protect its customers or others from danger that
could arise while using that business’s facilities or other equipment.
When they fail to do so, they become liable for any injury that may occur.

Most major bus accidents can ultimately be traced back to one, or more, factors:

excessive speed and/or reckless driving

impaired divers

improper maintenance leading to equipment failure

hiring of unqualified drivers, including retaining drivers with multiple
traffic offenses since hire

failure to comply with mandatory drug and alcohol screening

To illustrate how these factors can lead to tragedy, consider this example.

the driver, who also owned the bus, had been cited for traffic violations
numerous times in the past

the bus company had failed state safety inspections at least twice in 10 years

there was no evidence the company had ever conducted drug and alcohol screening
as required by law

Who Is Responsible For Bus Accident Injuries?

Any injury that occurs on a bus, be it minor or otherwise, is usually the
responsibility of the company that operates the bus. There are instances
when this is not the case, such as when a bus is struck by another vehicle
or damaged in a manner that the bus driver could not have foreseen. These
instances are relatively infrequent when compared to the number of times
an accident is clearly due to some act by the bus driver or some failure
of compliance with safety regulations by the bus company.

Damages That Can Be Recovered After a Bus Accident

“Damages” is a term used to describe the dollar value of any
injuries received in an accidental or even intentional injury. Damages
can include medical expenses, lost income because of inability to work
after an accident, repair or replacement of damaged personal property,
any pain or emotional distress arising from the accident or any other
unplanned-for expense that is related to the accident.

The Doan Law Firm Represents those Injured In Bus Accidents And Their Families

The type of expense, and how much compensation is due the accident victim
or the victim’s family, can vary over a wide range depending on
the type of accident and the injury itself. To get a clearer picture of
what may be available to bus accident victims, you should contact a bus
accident injury lawyer who has experience in managing bus accident cases.

In the Miami – Dade County – South Florida area, the bus accident
injury attorney at the Doan Law Firm can be reached by calling (786) 671-0000
at any time that is convenient for you. Our bus accident attorney will
listen to the facts of your case and your description of the injuries
caused by the accident to learn if you should pursue legal action against
the bus company responsible for your injuries.

At the Doan Law Firm, your first consultation with our bus accident lawyer
is always free and without obligation. Should you ask us to manage your
bus accident injury, we will handle all necessary expenses for you to
win your case in exchange for a percentage of your final settlement.

After an accident, the responsible party's insurance company may try
to reduce the claim amount. Commonly, insurance adjusters are trained
to get information from the
injured to assist in reducing the claim. Though some insurers are less guilty
of this practice than others, it is important to realize that insurance
companies are profit-oriented corporations and reducing claims results
in increased profits for shareholders. This can create a situation for
the injured in which they are offered a settlement that does not truly
reflect the damages suffered. If you accept this settlement, you lose
the ability to get more money should your injuries require further medical
treatments. It is critical that victims get legal assistance in any personal
injury case, and
The Doan Law Firm is prepared to fight relentlessly for your rights.